



15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Exeter
Exeter has a wide range of options designed for toddlers and babies under 5 — from sensory play and soft play to free museums with dedicated under-5s spaces.
Play Cafés(6)

Scribbleton
★5.0Creative drawing and crafting cafe where children can sketch, create, and play in a welcoming community space.

The Quay Centre
★4.6Enjoy Braunton's indoor beach shack-themed soft play area with organic coffee at the Quay Cafe while children embark on nautical adventures.

JunglaRoo
★4.2Explore North Devon's biggest indoor soft-play adventure with climbing frames, slides, tunnels, and sensory zones for kids of all ages.

iPlay
★4.2Explore a modern dinosaur-themed indoor soft play centre with dedicated zones for toddlers, sensory experiences, and on-site cafe facilities.

Planet Play Honiton
★4.7Explore a vast indoor soft play centre designed for children aged 0-11, complete with an on-site café serving quality, locally sourced food.
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Beaches(4)

Summerleaze Beach
★4.7Enjoy a family-friendly beach destination with golden sands, a beach café, and welcoming facilities for all ages including dogs and pushchairs.

Bude Sea Swimming Pool
★4.8Enjoy free wild swimming in this historic semi-natural tidal pool on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, open to everyone with no booking required.

Coryton Cove
★4.8Explore a secluded crescent-shaped beach with rock pools, colorful beach huts, and occasional dolphin sightings in Dawlish.

Sandy Bay Beach Blue Flag Winner 2019
★4.6Award-winning beach destination offering safe swimming, golden sands, and family-friendly facilities with free access and on-site refreshments.
Farms(2)

The BIG Sheep
★4.5Experience North Devon's multi-award-winning theme park combining family rides, live shows, animal encounters, and a massive indoor play zone.

World of Country Life
★4.7Explore Devon's award-winning family attraction combining interactive museums, farm animals, vintage vehicles, and indoor/outdoor play areas for all ages.
Museums(2)

Devon Railway Centre
★4.6Ride heritage railways, explore model exhibitions and enjoy railway-themed soft play across indoor and outdoor attractions.

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
★4.6Explore 64 acres of stunning botanical gardens with play areas, woodland railway, and farmland perfect for families seeking nature-based activities.
Wildlife Centers(2)

Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
★4.3Explore a unique blend of live wildlife and prehistoric adventure featuring Amur leopards, harbour seals, and roaring animatronic dinosaurs across indoor and outdoor attractions.

The Donkey Sanctuary
★4.8Meet and interact with rescued donkeys in a peaceful sanctuary setting perfect for families of all ages.
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Castle(1)
Country Park(1)
Heritage Site(1)
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